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C. I. O. Victory Party
Filename: 990_16_3-Food-Bev_8HR.jpg
Size: 4800 x 3729 (9.2MB)
Date: 3rd February 2014
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Credit: Underwood Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
City: Peoria
County: Illinois
Country: United States
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C. I. O. Victory Party
Peoria, Illinois: April 9, 1937 Wives of Caterpillar Tractor Company employees celebrate after the company and C.I.O. leaders resolved the ongoing strike
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Media ID 9737161
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1930s 1937 20 25 Years 25 30 Years B And W Caucasian Appearance Celebrating Celebrations Drinking Happy Hats Illinois Labor Unions Many Women Monochromatic Monochrome Soda Soft Drinks Strikes Wives Peoria
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, taken on April 9,1937 in Peoria, Illinois, we witness a momentous occasion - the C. I. O. Victory Party. The wives of Caterpillar Tractor Company employees are seen rejoicing after the resolution of a long-standing strike between the company and C. I. O. leaders. Amidst the historic backdrop of labor strikes and unions that defined the era, these women radiate pure joy as they celebrate their hard-fought triumph. Their faces exude happiness and relief, captured beautifully by the monochromatic lens. The bar interior serves as an intimate setting for this jubilant gathering. Hats adorn many heads while soft drinks and soda flow freely to toast their victory. Each woman's caucasian appearance adds to the sense of unity among them - a united front against adversity. This vintage photograph offers us a glimpse into an important chapter in American history - one where ordinary people fought tirelessly for fair treatment in their workplaces. It reminds us of the power of collective action and resilience in achieving positive change. As we observe these wives reveling together, it becomes evident that their celebration extends beyond personal victories; it symbolizes hope for future generations striving for better working conditions across North America. Underwood Archives from Universal Images Group (UIG) has expertly preserved this snapshot from our past – a testament to human perseverance amidst challenging times.
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